2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 2009 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2009 Fiat Ducato and 2009 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo S80 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Ducato. (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volvo S80 weights approximately 641 kg more than 2009 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 320 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2009 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Ducato will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Ducato | 2009 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Fiat | Volvo |
Model | Ducato | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2286 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1581 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |